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EN52 OCA

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 115,009 miles on the clock, averaging 7,828 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for EN52 OCA

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,009
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,828

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading115,009 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,828
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN52 OCA 35k55k75k95k115k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,009 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,009 miles
Since last MOT+4,307 miles
PASS
Mileage110,702 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,702 miles
Since last MOT+9,128 miles
PASS
Mileage101,574 miles
Since last MOT+11,170 miles
PASS
Mileage90,404 miles
Since last MOT+954 miles
PASS
Mileage89,450 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,450 miles
Since last MOT+10,296 miles
PASS
Mileage79,154 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,154 miles
Since last MOT+13,832 miles
PASS
Mileage65,322 miles
Since last MOT+6,905 miles
PASS
Mileage58,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,417 miles
Since last MOT+4,993 miles
PASS
Mileage53,424 miles
Since last MOT+8,868 miles
PASS
Mileage44,556 miles
Since last MOT+9,743 miles
PASS
Mileage34,813 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN52 OCA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About EN52 OCA

What car is EN52 OCA?

EN52 OCA is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EN52 OCA?

The last recorded mileage for EN52 OCA was 115,009 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN52 OCA passed its MOT?

EN52 OCA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2016.

Is EN52 OCA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN52 OCA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EN52 OCA?

EN52 OCA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.